Description
Bring bold Southern flavor to your kitchen with this Cajun Beef Linguine in Creamy Velveeta Parmesan Garlic Sauce. This easy dinner idea is the ultimate comfort food fusion—juicy Cajun-seasoned ground beef layered over perfectly cooked linguine and tossed in a velvety sauce made with Velveeta, Parmesan, and roasted garlic. It’s rich, creamy, and packs just the right kick, making it a perfect quick dinner or indulgent weekend meal. Ideal for fans of spicy pasta, hearty beef recipes, or those searching for bold new food ideas for dinner.
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup diced onions
1/3 cup diced red bell pepper
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic minced or roasted
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded Velveeta cheese
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg optional
Salt and pepper to taste
12 ounces linguine
Water for boiling
1 tablespoon salt for pasta water
Fresh or dried parsley for garnish
Extra Parmesan for serving
Crushed red pepper flakes for garnish
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add linguine and cook until al dente (8–10 minutes). Drain and reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add diced onions and bell pepper and sauté for 3–4 minutes.
3. Add ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart. Season with Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes, then remove from skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, melt butter. Add garlic and cook for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
5. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a light simmer. Add Velveeta cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
6. Add Parmesan, onion powder, red pepper flakes, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 2–3 more minutes.
7. Toss the drained linguine into the sauce, mixing well. Add pasta water a tablespoon at a time if the sauce is too thick.
8. Simmer pasta in sauce for 1–2 minutes, then top with the Cajun beef mixture.
9. Plate and garnish with parsley, extra Parmesan, and red pepper flakes if desired.
10. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Cube the Velveeta before melting to help it blend quickly and smoothly into the sauce.
Reserve some pasta water—it helps bind the sauce and pasta beautifully.
Taste as you go with the Cajun seasoning to avoid over-spicing the dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 710
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Cajun pasta, creamy beef linguine, Velveeta garlic sauce, easy dinner, comfort food